What reading level is Little sister?

Little sister by Kara Dalkey is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Little sister appropriate for?

Little sister is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11LP (Light — Physical). Content flags: Mild Peril, Fantasy Violence.

What genre is Little sister?

Little sister is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Little sister have any content warnings?

Little sister has a HootRating of 11LP (Light — Physical). Content flags include: Mild Peril, Fantasy Violence. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Little sister?

Little sister by Kara Dalkey is 200 pages.

Little sister

Kara Dalkey

Little sister

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Kara Dalkey

Reading Level 6 11LP Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The scent of cherry blossoms drifts through the air as Mitsuko’s heart races in the quiet palace halls. Shadows twist and shift, revealing creatures from ancient stories, ready to help her in a daring quest. Saving her sister means facing secrets older than the empire itself, and every step is filled with wonder and worry.

Themes

SistersSupernaturalHistoryFamily

Quick Assessment

Set in twelfth-century Japan, this middle-grade novel follows thirteen-year-old Mitsuko, who seeks help from mythical beings to save her older sister’s life. The story blends historical details with supernatural elements, suitable for readers ages 9 to 12, offering themes of family loyalty and cultural heritage. Mild fantasy peril is present but handled thoughtfully within the narrative.